The Quiet Powerhouse Podcast

“We can’t start anew if we don’t leave things behind. We have to be letting go of things.”

—  Julie Greenham

January is an exciting time of year! It offers us the chance for a fresh start and the perfect opportunity to make necessary changes in our lives and in our businesses.

This year, I want to continue making the types of changes that helped me to DOUBLE my income in 2021… without even trying.

On that note, my intention word for 2022 is: simplicity. And this episode is all about keeping it simple.

From making new rules regarding my schedule to changing the way that I approach my decision-making, I am sharing the six ways that I am infusing more simplicity into my business this year. You’ll learn how to set your intention for the year, why you must start letting go of your need for control, and exactly why I unsubscribed to AppSumo (even though I love it)!

It all starts right now — just press play!

In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌ ‌

• Why you should define your values and then incorporate them into your decision-making process
• How I choose the platforms and apps that I use in my business
• That there’s no such thing as a standard meeting length (and why that’s a good thing!)

Highlights:‌ ‌

00:45  Intro

01:28  My 2021 changes

04:13  Intention words for 2021 & 2022

06:07  How I’m simplifying my business

09:00  Reducing platforms

10:37  How I choose my tools

11:54  Values-based decision-making

13:06  Releasing the need to control

14:25  Say no more often

18:27  Increasing white space

20:04  Recap

Links:‌ ‌

AppSumo

https://appsumo.com 

Join the Mindful Entrepreneur Membership Waitlist: https://www.juliegreenham.com/membership 

Work with me: https://www.juliegreenham.com/workwithme 

Download Your Free Guide "12 Ways Super-Successful Introverted Entrepreneurs Overcame Imposter Syndrome": https://www.juliegreenham.com/impostersyndrome 

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“Intentions have a lot of power. Because once you set an intention... you automatically start to create a direction. It’s like a starting point. It’s like a map. Your actions will follow and fall in place much more easily.”

—  Julie Greenham

This is the final episode of 2021 — so it’s time to talk about your New Year’s resolutions for 2022.

My advice? Don’t make any. Yes, I’m serious!

I don’t believe in setting resolutions because, for most people, they tend to take the form of radical, unrealistic goals that require a drastic change to their routine or lifestyle. 

These types of resolutions can feel really good at the moment that you set them — after all, they feel like the first step to creating a magical new life where you go to the gym every day, triple your monthly revenue, or cook complicated meals from scratch every night, for example.

Of course, these goals sound wonderful. But because they are so unrealistic, setting them means setting yourself up for failure. 

Since resolutions often involve all-or-nothing thinking, it’s too tempting to just give up completely when you start to fall short — when you miss the gym two days in a row because life gets in the way or when you’re too tired after a long day to make that béchamel sauce!

This year, instead of setting resolutions, I want you to set intentions. 

Intentions are driven by desire, rather than obligation... and they’re far more forgiving when it comes to taking your goals one day at a time. Setting an intention creates a starting point and gently points you in the right direction, allowing aligned actions to fall in place more easily.

Rather than “I must” or “I will,” think in terms of “I would like,” and embrace small steps that add up sustainable change.

And remember — you can set intentions whenever you like. If you find that an intention you set on New Year’s Eve no longer serves you, just replace it with one that will!

In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌ ‌

• A journaling exercise to help you get in touch with what you truly want for yourself, not what you think you should want
• How to pair intention-setting with aligned action to bring you closer to reaching your goals
• How one single word can help you shape your experience of the year 2022 

Highlights:‌ ‌

00:01  Intro

02:08  The problem with resolutions

04:03  Intentions, not resolutions

05:01  Set an intention through journaling

06:39  Intention & aligned action

07:35  Pairing examples

09:33  Choose your 2022 mantra

Links:‌ ‌

Join the Mindful Entrepreneur Membership Waitlist: https://www.juliegreenham.com/membership 

Work with me: https://www.juliegreenham.com/workwithme 

Download Your Free Guide "12 Ways Super-Successful Introverted Entrepreneurs Overcame Imposter Syndrome": https://www.juliegreenham.com/impostersyndrome 

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“You already have what it takes. You just need someone to help you do it in a very strategic way.”

—  Julie Greenham

For many people, myself included, last year was full of intense emotions and situations. Yet despite all of the hardships that 2021 dropped in my lap, I still managed to double my income... while slowing down my pace and creating space to honour and experience my feelings.

How did I do it?

Through implementing five intentional practices designed to help me to grow as a person — which unexpectedly helped me grow as a business owner, too!

As we head into another year of uncertainty, I want you to have the tools that you need to scale with ease. In this episode, I break down each of these new practices and how they’ve changed my life for the better. You’ll learn who I worked with to put them in place, the immediate benefits to my business, and how they’ve dramatically shifted my mindset.

Do you want to step into 2022 ready for amazing growth? Then just press play — it all starts here!

In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌ ‌

• How to tap into and leverage the valuable tools and skills that you already have 
• The importance of being open to looking at things from a new perspective and with fresh eyes 
• How to become comfortable investing in the stock market (even if you’ve never done it before) 

Highlights:‌ ‌

00:01  Intro

02:29  My 2021

04:06  See it for the “first time”

05:15  Mindfulness story

08:17  Being ready energetically

09:24  Mindset, Megan & Melissa 

13:58  Speaking & Nadine

16:18  CBT

17:21  Embrace the duality of everything

20:51  You have all the tools

22:35  Speaking & Jennifer

28:24  What do you think you don’t have?

31:14  Recap

Links:‌ ‌

Megan O’Neill

https://meganoneill.ca 

Melissa Houston

https://www.melissahoustoncpa.com 

Nadine Moffatt

https://www.becomingstill.ca 

Jennifer Singh

https://www.shesnewsworthy.com 

Join the Mindful Entrepreneur Membership Waitlist: https://www.juliegreenham.com/membership 

Work with me: https://www.juliegreenham.com/workwithme 

Download Your Free Guide "12 Ways Super-Successful Introverted Entrepreneurs Overcame Imposter Syndrome": https://www.juliegreenham.com/impostersyndrome 

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“All you need to be is one small step ahead of the person who’s going through what you just came out of successfully… you know what they’re going through and they can learn from you.”

—Renee Harrison

Do you ever dream about becoming a published author — but aren’t sure that you have a book in you?

Then I’d love to introduce you to Renee Harrison, founder of Introvert Rising!

Renee helps introverted women entrepreneurs tap into their story and get it onto the page through expert coaching, online courses, a supportive community, and insightful critiques throughout the process.

Publishing a book is a powerful way to build credibility and raise your profile, but it will also help you connect more strongly with your message.

“The act of writing — especially writing in a book — you’re forced to go deep and you’re forced to come up with that clarity of why you do what you do,” Renee explains. “When you have that clarity on your brand message, it creates confidence.”

Renee and I discuss how to lean into your introversion and build a business on your own terms, how publishing a book will enhance your brand, and why introverts are some of the best storytellers!

In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode,‌ ‌you’ll discover:

• Powerful ways to grow your business within your comfort zone (and without video)
• The most valuable superpowers that introverts bring to the world — and why Renee has made it her mission to amplify our voices
• Why absolutely everyone has a valuable message to share... even if they don’t FEEL like an expert yet

About Renee Harrison: Renee Harrison is the founder of Introvert Rising and is on a mission to elevate and empower purpose-driven female entrepreneurs by guiding them step-by-step on how to first become a published author.

Highlights:‌

01:10   ‌Meet Renee Harrison 

02:45  The road to Introvert Rising

07:25  Discovering introversion

09:33  Introversion, society & culture

11:05  Introversion in business

12:16  Relationship marketing, Clubhouse & podcasts

15:09  Renee’s purpose & ‘why’

16:11  Why the world needs introverts

17:10  Working with Renee & benefits of authorship

19:24  The Unmuted Project

22:42  Introversion & storytelling

25:52  Why a book?

29:59  The lightning round

Links:‌

Renee Harrison

https://introvert-rising.com

https://introvert-rising.com/the-unmuted-project

https://www.linkedin.com/in/reneeharrison

Instagram: @introvert_rising

Books

https://www.chapters.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/quiet-the-power-of-introverts

https://brenebrown.com/book/daring-greatly

https://holleygerth.com/introverts

Join the Mindful Entrepreneur Membership Waitlist: https://www.juliegreenham.com/membership

Work with me: https://www.juliegreenham.com/workwithme

Download Your Free Guide "12 Ways Super-Successful Introverted Entrepreneurs Overcame Imposter Syndrome": https://www.juliegreenham.com/impostersyndrome

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“It’s a real honour to be able to help people out there feel better naturally and have tools in their toolbox for themselves.”

—  Mackenzie Banta

If you’ve ever wanted to learn the basics of using essential oils for wellness, you’ll want to tune into this episode!

My guest, Mackenzie Banta, is the founder and CEO of Midtown Essential Oils, a health-conscious global community dedicated to natural health and holistic living.

Essential oils can be powerful tools, particularly when it comes to emotional healing. If you’ve ever used lavender essential oil in a warm bath or a citrus oil in a diffuser at the start of your workday, you know how just a few drops of oil can boost your mood! But did you know that some essential oils can also help reduce inflammation and lower cortisol levels? 

In this episode, Mackenzie answers some major FAQs about incorporating essential oils into your daily routine, including which oils to use when, how to use them, and what to look for in terms of quality.

Listen now to learn about Mackenzie’s favourite blend for dealing with anxiety-provoking situations (such as presentations or Lives), the differences between a single oil and a blend, and the finer points of cooking with food-safe essential oils!

In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌ ‌

• Which oils and blends will keep you balanced during a stressful holiday season
• How to deal with the dreaded afternoon dip  — without reaching for coffee or chocolate! 
• How to operate with intention and in alignment with your body’s own natural cycles 

About Mackenzie Banta: Mackenzie Banta is the founder and CEO of Midtown Essential Oils, a health-conscious global community bonded by the love of holistic living, natural health, and growing into our full potential.

Highlights:‌

00:01  Intro

01:40  Meet Mackenzie Banta

04:13  Biggest challenge in using oils

06:33  Aligning hormones

07:38  Using & extracting dōTERRA oils

09:40  On Guard blend

13:04  Disclaimer

14:09  Women Support blends

16:33  Roller form oils

18:12  Adaptive blend

20:33  The power of mint & citrus

22:05  Elevation blend

23:36  The afternoon dip

27:04  Lunar cycles & moods

30:53  Cycles & setting intentions

33:12  How to take oils in

35:27  Oil of oregano story

36:56  Cooking with oils

38:51  Topical use

43:47  General tips & takeaway

Links:‌ ‌

Mackenzie Banta

https://www.midtownessentialoils.com 

https://www.facebook.com/midtownessentialoils 

Instagram: @mackenziebanta 

Join the Mindful Entrepreneur Membership Waitlist: https://www.juliegreenham.com/membership 

Work with me: https://www.juliegreenham.com/workwithme 

Download Your Free Guide "12 Ways Super-Successful Introverted Entrepreneurs Overcame Imposter Syndrome": https://www.juliegreenham.com/impostersyndrome 

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“It’s never too early to learn about how to handle money in your business.”

—Melissa Houston

Dealing with finances can be one of the most nerve-wracking aspects of running a business — but it’s also one of the most important.

Unfortunately, since money management isn’t taught in schools the way it should be, many of us feel confused (or even intimidated) when it comes to understanding our numbers.

Financial strategist Melissa Houston helps business owners push through the overwhelm, get a handle on their finances, and put themselves on a path to building real wealth.

And she actually makes it feel easy!

The key? Addressing money mindset issues.

“Money is a very emotionally charged topic, especially for women,” Melissa explains. “If we have things that are holding us back in our business because of these money mindset issues that we’ve been carrying… then that becomes a problem, because you’re unconsciously holding yourself back from creating a high-revenue-earning business.”

In this conversation, we dig into the limiting beliefs that hold us back from adopting an empowering money mindset — and Melissa shares her own daily financial routines!

In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌

• 3 mistakes most entrepreneurs make in their finances (and how to avoid them)
• When and why you should start paying yourself a salary in your business

The #1 piece of advice that Melissa gives to her clients — and how to work with her!

About Melissa Houston: Melissa Houston is a financial strategist for CEOs, helping business owners increase their profit margins so they keep more money in their pockets and grow their net worth. She founded The Business Society and the Fractional CFO Agency, hosts the Business Society Podcast, and writes columns for Forbes and Entrepreneur.

Highlights:‌

01:43   ‌Meet Melissa Houston!

02:47  Societal messaging

06:26  Melissa’s journey

08:35  Key steps for growth

12:43  Create & follow your plan

13:58  How to motivate yourself

15:46   ‌You don’t know what you don’t know

17:28  The Business Society Podcast

18:02  Steps for 2022 + half-day sessions

19:42  ‌3 mistakes entrepreneurs make

24:10  Clarity,  empowerment & mindset

27:11  Best advice Melissa was given

29:05  Melissa’s financial routine

32:37  Takeaway

33:38  Fractional CFO Agency

35:02  Lightning round questions

Links:‌

Melissa Houston

https://www.melissahoustoncpa.com

http://thebusinesssociety.co

https://ca.linkedin.com/in/melissahoustoncpa

https://www.facebook.com/groups/2492571604329032

Twitter: @melissahcpa

Instagram: @melissahoustoncpa

Join the Mindful Entrepreneur Membership Waitlist: https://www.juliegreenham.com/membership

Work with me: https://www.juliegreenham.com/workwithme

Download Your Free Guide "12 Ways Super-Successful Introverted Entrepreneurs Overcame Imposter Syndrome": https://www.juliegreenham.com/impostersyndrome

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“I think that long before I became a coach as a career, that’s the role that I played all my life.”

—Michele Young

If you have trouble saying “no” in your business — or personal life — you’ll want to take some notes during this week’s episode!

Michele Young is a certified coach-practitioner who helps business owners uplevel their communication skills and learn how to build stronger business relationships.

It’s a career that fits her like a glove.

Michele has always been an emotional caretaker, offering support and advice to friends and family. Her early jobs included executive assistant and copy editor, both supportive roles.

Michele is so amazing at what she does because her work is in alignment with her zone of genius.

Michele believes that work doesn’t have to be a slog or unhappy, as long as we aren’t trying to fit a square peg into a round hole. The key is understanding your strengths and passions — even if it can be difficult to recognize them ourselves.

“We are authentic beings. We’re born authentic beings, and we only change through societal pressures or family pressures or judgment from other people,” Michele explains. “It’s enlightened upon us what our zone of genius is, and we just need to cultivate it. And people see in us a genius that we don’t see… I think if we just ‘be,’ answers come to us.”

This episode is all about recognizing your calling — and then navigating its challenges with grace and diplomacy!

In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌

• What can happen to your business when you’re unable to set boundaries as an introvert 
• Why agreements and contracts are actually the respectful way to conduct business 
• How to develop the skills of diplomacy and tact that are so crucial in the workplace (for both leaders and team members)

About Michele Young: Michele Young is a certified coach-practitioner who specializes in helping entrepreneurs master their communication and business relationship skills.

Highlights:‌

00:01  Intro

01:41  Meet Michele Young

03:02  No more “guys"

05:05  About Michelle & her leap

07:19  Spotting the signs

08:45  ‌Just ‘be’

09:52  Musical daughter story

10:38  Natural talents

11:51  Establish & hold your boundaries ‌

14:54  Learning diplomacy & tact

17:54  ”Let me think about that”

18:50  Contracts & agreements

20:05  How to start setting boundaries

23:20  The key ingredient

25:18  Benefits of nurturing relationships

27:18  How to stay connected

29:21  Takeaway

31:31  Accommodations & choice

32:05  Lightning Round questions

Links:‌

Michele Young

https://micheleyoung.ca

https://www.facebook.com/MicheleYoungCoaching

Instagram: @awordwithmichele

Join the Mindful Entrepreneur Membership Waitlist: https://www.juliegreenham.com/membership

Work with me: https://www.juliegreenham.com/workwithme

Download Your Free Guide "12 Ways Super-Successful Introverted Entrepreneurs Overcame Imposter Syndrome": https://www.juliegreenham.com/impostersyndrome

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“Even 33 years later, I do every once in a while have to think of putting my superhero cape on and mentally making that stance when I have a difficult day ahead of me,  and just empower myself.”

—  Karin Welsh

Some occupations are tailor made for introverts. Others can be a little more of a challenge.

Karin Welsh is a real estate broker and a hardcore introvert — two things that form an unexpected pairing!

The real estate industry is not a place where you would expect introverts to thrive, and it’s true that many aspects of the job of real estate agent do favour extroverted people. Yet Karin has managed to become very successful... and has discovered that being an introvert has actually provided her with strengths that are ideally suited to her work.

Karin discovered a love for real estate when she was a child, observing her realtor father selling houses and her stay-at-home mother creating a cozy and inviting home. At 26, she entered the field herself.

Full disclosure: Karin actually helped me purchase (and sell) a beautiful home in Uxbridge, Ontario. 

Press play to learn what Karin loves most about her work, what success means to her, and the best lesson she has learned over her 33-year real estate career.

In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌ ‌

• The introvert superpower that helps Karin excel in the real estate industry 
• The biggest challenges Karin is currently facing in today’s housing market — and why she is angry at the government
• How Karin manages relating to clients going through (often painful) life transitions as an introvert and empath

About Karin Welsh: Karin Welsh is a real estate broker for the Remax All-Stars in Uxbridge, Ontario and co-founded Welsh & Co with her daughter, Lindsey. She has helped her clients buy and sell properties for over three decades, specializing in the York and Durham Region. She pairs a personal and professional approach with an informed perspective on the local markets.

Highlights:‌

00:01  Intro & listener review

02:28  Meet Karin Welsh

04:01  What attracted her to real estate

04:42  Karin’s introvert superpower

05:39  Julie’s real estate story

06:45  What Karin loves about real estate

08:02  Julie’s moving story

08:52  Biggest housing challenges

10:35  Empathizing with client life changes 

13:38  Best part of being a broker

15:20  Do what you want to do now

16:28  Best lesson Karin has learned

18:13  Working with her daughter

21:01  Takeaway #1

22:45  Takeaway #2

23:37  Lightning Round questions

Links:‌

Karin Welsh

1-905-852-6143

https://welshandco.com/karin-welsh

https://trentaduetorresteam.com

https://ca.linkedin.com/in/karinwelsh

Join the Mindful Entrepreneur Membership Waitlist: https://www.juliegreenham.com/membership

Work with me: https://www.juliegreenham.com/workwithme

Download Your Free Guide "12 Ways Super-Successful Introverted Entrepreneurs Overcame Imposter Syndrome": https://www.juliegreenham.com/impostersyndrome

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It’s that time of year again, my friends. We’re lighting candles, decorating trees, and putting together shopping lists for feasts with friends and family.

But we’re also putting together holiday promotions, coming up with strategies for the new year, and trying to clear our schedules so that we can enjoy a little rest and relaxation.

In this week’s episode, I share five tips on how to get your business (and yourself) ready for the holidays, so that you’re prepared to dive back into work after your winter break without feeling overwhelmed.

If this holiday season you’d rather focus on being fully present while spending time with loved ones and having second helpings of your holiday meal than on taking care of your business, then let’s begin!

Listen now to learn what to include in your auto-reply, how to avoid an overpacked schedule, and what to do with your calendar apps — it all starts when you press play!

In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌ ‌

• How to effectively plan out your time off, so that you’re making the most of every moment (and not overbooking yourself)
• A free auto-reply template that will offer your prospects everything they need while you’re enjoying your time off!
• How to schedule your own CEO day — and how to best use it to kickstart your new year and set the stage for growth

Highlights:‌ ‌

00:01  Intro

01:57  ‌Holidays & work

03:02  Plan your time off!

04:23  Online calendars

05:51  Set up your auto-reply

07:14  ‌Direct to your offers

07:32  Freebie & team emails

08:02  Free auto-reply template!

08:41  Plan for gifts early

09:48  Give back

10:34  CEO day

12:00  The Powerhouse Planning

12:54  Recap

Links:‌

Free auto-reply template

https://www.juliegreenham.com/autoreply 

The Powerhouse Planning

https://www.juliegreenham.com/powerhouseplanning

Join the Mindful Entrepreneur Membership Waitlist: https://www.juliegreenham.com/membership

Work with me: https://www.juliegreenham.com/workwithme

Download Your Free Guide "12 Ways Super-Successful Introverted Entrepreneurs Overcame Imposter Syndrome": https://www.juliegreenham.com/impostersyndrome 

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“We tend to get triggered just by hearing things that contradict our worldview.”

—Sara Beth Wald

Many of us want to stay up to date with what’s going on in the world today, but are anxious (and maybe even fearful) about the chaotic state of the news.

Wouldn’t it be great if there were a way to stay informed without dealing with the overwhelm?

My guest, Sara Beth Wald, is a self-professed news nerd who is passionate about helping people understand and access the news of the day with less anxiety and fear, through consuming it mindfully. 

As a former journalist and social worker, she’s ideally trained for this sort of work!

The truth is that many news sources are more interested in selling to us than in keeping us informed, and the information that we’re given is often calibrated to suit a specific target audience.

And it can be hard to figure out where the truth lies!

“There’s a lot of conflicting information out there. So a lot of what I do is teach people how to trust their own judgment,” Sara says. “I think a lot of times, especially as women, we have a tendency to feel like we need somebody else’s input, somebody else’s expertise. And that’s really just not the case. We are smart, we are capable, and we are certainly able to come to our own conclusions.”

In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌

• The health impacts that the news can have on people—especially introverts and empaths
• Why the current business model and editorial focus of the journalism industry is harmful
• Techniques for approaching news sources critically and creating distance when necessary

About Sara Beth Wald: Sara Beth Wald helps smart, busy women consume the news with mindfulness so that they can navigate these chaotic times with boundaries, accountability, and grace. 

Highlights:‌

00:01  Intro & listener review

02:24   ‌Meet Sara Beth Wald

03:40  Background & journey

05:13  Dealing with the news

06:12  Why news impacts our mental health

08:47  Vaccine example

09:43  Diversify sources & identify bias

11:49  You are being sold to, not informed

12:56  How news affects our minds & bodies

14:14  Mental health break

15:41  Most common challenges

18:16  Cultural distinctions & disagreement

19:55  Navigating the News With Mindfulness

23:02  The Serene Holiday Summit

25:48  Takeaway

00:00  Lightning Round questions

Links:‌

Sara Beth Wald

https://learning.sarabethwald.com/navigating-the-news-with-mindfulness

https://learning.sarabethwald.com/serene-holiday-summit-sign-up

https://www.redefine-love.com

Instagram: @loveredefine

https://adfontesmedia.com/interactive-media-bias-chart

Join the Mindful Entrepreneur Membership Waitlist: https://www.juliegreenham.com/membership

Work with me: https://www.juliegreenham.com/workwithme

Download Your Free Guide "12 Ways Super-Successful Introverted Entrepreneurs Overcame Imposter Syndrome": https://www.juliegreenham.com/impostersyndrome

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